Directorate General of Civil Aviation: News
IndiGo adds backup pilots as government's FDTL relief ends
IndiGo has ramped up its pilot buffer and improved the pilot-to-aircraft ratio in anticipation of the February 10 deadline for temporary exemptions on pilot rest periods.
After Ajit Pawar's death, Centre begins inspection of 400 airstrips
The Civil Aviation Ministry has launched a nationwide inspection of around 400 uncontrolled airstrips in India.
IndiGo's December disruptions left over 16L passengers stranded: DGCA report
IndiGo's flight operations were severely disrupted in December 2025, leaving 16.2 lakh domestic passengers stranded at airports across India.
Air India clears Boeing-787 fleet after fuel control switch checks
Air India has completed the inspection of fuel control switches on all its Boeing 787 aircraft.
Why IndiGo is being probed by Competition Commission of India
The Competition Commission of India (CCI) has ordered a detailed investigation into IndiGo's business practices.
DGCA dismisses claims, finds Boeing's AI132 fuel switches 'satisfactory'
The Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) has dismissed viral claims about a defect in the fuel cut-off switch on Air India's Boeing 787-8 aircraft.
Air India grounds Dreamliner after fuel switch slips to 'cutoff'
An Air India Boeing 787 Dreamliner was grounded after its left fuel control switch failed to remain in the "run" position during engine startup.
DGCA official reveals final words from Ajit Pawar's plane cockpit
A tragic plane crash in Maharashtra's Baramati on Wednesday killed five people, including Deputy Chief Minister Ajit Pawar.
Who are Parth and Jay Pawar? Ajit Pawar's sons
Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister Ajit Pawar died in a plane crash on Wednesday morning. His plane crashed while attempting to land at Baramati airport in Pune district.
Ajit Pawar's body was identified by his wristwatch and clothes
Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister Ajit Pawar was killed in a plane crash on Wednesday. The incident took place at Baramati airport, where his Bombardier Learjet 45, operated by VSR Ventures, crashed while attempting to land.
IndiGo reviews internal processes after disruptions as profits plunge 78%
IndiGo, India's leading airline, is conducting a thorough review of its internal processes.
DGCA issues record 1,600+ commercial pilot licenses in 2024
The Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) has issued a record-breaking number of Commercial Pilot Licenses (CPLs) in 2024.
IndiGo's December flight chaos could cost it more than ₹2,000cr
India's largest airline, IndiGo, is likely to suffer a financial blow of over ₹2,000 crore due to the massive operational disruption in early December.
IndiGo assures DGCA of no flight cancellations after February 10
IndiGo, India's largest airline by market share, has assured the Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) that it has enough pilots to meet its operational needs.
Delhi airport's 3rd runway to be shut for 5 months
Indira Gandhi International Airport (IGIA) in Delhi will close its third runway, Runway 11R/29L, for five months starting February 16.
Why IndiGo shares are up 4% despite DGCA's ₹22cr fine
IndiGo's shares rose by 4% today, despite the airline being slapped with a ₹22 crore fine by the Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) over flight cancellations last month.
Can IndiGo sustain 2,000 daily flights?
IndiGo, India's largest airline, is under pressure to confirm its capability of sustaining over 2,000 daily flights.
IndiGo faces ₹1,180cr hit after DGCA's final enforcement order
India's aviation regulator, the Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA), has issued a final enforcement order against IndiGo.
Centre fines IndiGo ₹22cr for major flight disruptions in December
The Directorate General of Civil Aviation(DGCA) has imposed a fine of ₹22.20 crore on IndiGo after an investigation revealed serious lapses in planning and operations.
Air India adds first Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner in years
Air India, the Tata Group-owned airline, has added a new Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner to its fleet.
Why Modi government is asking airlines to share fare data
The Indian government has requested major airlines, including IndiGo, Air India, SpiceJet, and Akasa, to provide data on average fares charged.
Why India has banned use of power banks on flights
India's aviation regulator, the Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA), has banned the use of power banks for charging on flights.
Air India pilot detained in Vancouver after smelling of liquor
An Air India pilot was detained at Vancouver International Airport on December 23, 2025, for allegedly smelling of alcohol.
When will IndiGo flyers receive their missing luggage?
Passengers traveling with IndiGo have taken to social media to complain about missing luggage, further complicating their travel experience.
DGCA receives committee report on IndiGo's operational disruption
The Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) has received a report from the four-member committee it formed on December 5.
IndiGo begins issuing ₹10,000 travel vouchers from today: Who's eligible?
IndiGo is issuing ₹10,000 travel vouchers to passengers affected by its recent operational crisis. The disruption impacted thousands of flights in early December.
DGCA panel investigating IndiGo disruption gets extension till December 26
The Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) has extended the deadline for a four-member committee to submit its report on the IndiGo flight disruptions.
CCI probes IndiGo for abusing its market dominance
The Competition Commission of India (CCI) is conducting a preliminary assessment into IndiGo airlines over allegations of exploitative pricing.
IndiGo to compensate passengers with ₹10,000 vouchers from December 26
IndiGo will start compensating passengers affected by the massive flight disruptions earlier this month, starting December 26.
Why IndiGo plans to speed up its pilot training
IndiGo has decided to expedite its pilot training program.
Why IndiGo pilots are seeking contempt action against DGCA
The Indian Pilots Guild (IPG) and Federation of Indian Pilots (FIP) have filed a plea in the Delhi High Court, seeking contempt proceedings against Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA).
DGCA sacks 4 flight inspectors over IndiGo's operational crisis
The Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) has dismissed four flight inspectors who were responsible for ensuring safety and operational compliance at IndiGo.
IndiGo CEO to appear before DGCA as flight disruptions continue
IndiGo, India's leading airline, continues to face a major operational crisis due to planning failures in implementing new pilot and crew duty norms.
Why DGCA has deployed an oversight team at IndiGo's HQ
The Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) has formed an eight-member oversight team to monitor IndiGo's operations.
SpiceJet to add 100 daily flights amid IndiGo cancellations
IndiGo Airlines has been facing severe disruptions for the ninth consecutive day, with over 70 fresh cancellations on Wednesday.
Centre cuts IndiGo operations by 10%, doubling DGCA's 5% order
The Ministry of Civil Aviation has directed IndiGo to reduce its flight schedule by 10% across all sectors.
'No airline...will be permitted to cause such hardship': Aviation Minister
The Winter Session saw the Union Aviation Minister Ram Mohan Naidu address the Lok Sabha on Tuesday over the IndiGo crisis, which has resulted in hundreds of flights being canceled for eight straight days.
Centre to slash IndiGo winter flights, give slots to rivals
The Indian government has announced that it will cut down IndiGo's winter flight schedule and redistribute its slots among other airlines in the wake of the carrier's massive operational meltdown.
IndiGo shares plunge by 7% today: What's the reason?
InterGlobe Aviation, the parent company of IndiGo, is witnessing a major fall in its share price.
Months before IndiGo crisis, panel warned of pilot duty violations
Months before the ongoing IndiGo flight cancellations, a parliamentary committee had warned of possible risks in India's aviation system.